$2,150,000
PENDING

Estimated payment $11,896/month

Total Views 18
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,936 Sq Ft
$1,111 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Family Room
  • Clarence Lobo Elementary School Rated A-
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Partially Fenced Property

About This Home

Step into the timeless charm of Casa de Rosas, an exquisite Ole Hanson historical home nestled in the heart of San Clemente. Built in 1928, this architectural treasure blends vintage allure with modern advantages, including eligibility for the Mills Act, offering potential for significant property tax savings. Spanning 1,936 square feet, this two-story gem welcomes you with rich oak and travertine stone flooring, graceful archways, and a warm sense of history. The main home on first level features three bedrooms, two baths, living room and dining room, including a primary bedroom that opens to a serene private backyard. Imagine unwinding under the shade of mature trees, grilling on the built-in barbecue, and soaking in the peaceful atmosphere of this lush retreat. Upstairs, a charming one-bedroom guest apartment awaits including a living room with beamed ceilings, kitchen, full bathroom, and a cozy dining nook. The living room offers ocean views toward Dana Point, making it a comfortable and inviting space for guests or a private retreat. The property also includes a detached 1-car garage, and long tandem driveway providing additional parking and storage. Set just blocks from vibrant downtown, beautiful beaches and coastal trail, this home offers unbeatable access to cafes, restaurants, shops, parks, and schools. Whether you're strolling through the Spanish Village by the Sea, enjoying local beaches or enjoying the charm of your historical home, Casa de Rosas promises a lifestyle steeped in romance with a deep connection to San Clemente's history.

Listing Agent

Allen Johnson

Compass License #01726875 Listed on: 03/16/2026

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Stucco Fence

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Clay Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,936 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Gravity Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Out Of Area Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Unit Levels: 2 Story
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 8433
  • Subdivision Name: OUT OF AREA
  • Living Area: 1936.0
  • FeedTypes: IDX
  • RFModificationTimestamp: 2026-04-07T04:40:03Z
  • ADU_YesNo: No
  • AgeRestrictions: N/K
  • FullAddress: 116 E El Portal
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ShortSale: No
  • SupplementRemarks: Step into the timeless charm of Casa de Rosas, an exquisite Ole Hanson historical home nestled in the heart of San Clemente. Built in 1928, this architectural treasure blends vintage allure with modern advantages, including eligibility for the Mills Act, offering potential for significant property tax savings. Spanning 1,936 square feet, this two-story gem welcomes you with rich oak and travertine stone flooring, graceful archways, and a warm sense of history. The main home on first level features three bedrooms, two baths, living room and dining room, including a primary bedroom that opens to a serene private backyard. Imagine unwinding under the shade of mature trees, grilling on the built-in barbecue, and soaking in the peaceful atmosphere of this lush retreat. Upstairs, a charming one-bedroom guest apartment awaits including a living room with beamed ceilings, kitchen, full bathroom, and a cozy dining nook. The living room offers ocean views toward Dana Point, making it a comfortable and inviting space for guests or a private retreat. The property also includes a detached 1-car garage, and long tandem driveway providing additional parking and storage. Set just blocks from vibrant downtown San Clemente, beautiful beaches and coastal trail, this home offers unbeatable access to cafes, restaurants, shops, parks, and schools. Whether you're strolling through the Spanish Village by the Sea, enjoying local beaches or enjoying the charm of your historical home, Casa de Rosas promises a lifestyle steeped in romance with a deep connection to San Clemente's history.
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Barbecue, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Partial, Stucco Wall, Wood
  • Roof: Spanish Tile, Tile/Clay
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Construction Type: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garaged Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: N/K
  • Heating: Wall/Gravity
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Laundry Features: Gas
  • Water Source: Meter on Property
  • HeatSource: Natural Gas

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,015 $541,590 $379,113 $162,477
2024 $5,015 $493,569 $345,498 $148,071
2023 $5,064 $499,313 $349,519 $149,794
2022 $5,005 $493,213 $345,249 $147,964
2021 $4,582 $451,216 $315,851 $135,365
2020 $3,631 $357,065 $249,945 $107,120
2019 $3,474 $341,557 $239,090 $102,467
2018 $3,799 $373,526 $261,468 $112,058
2017 $3,809 $374,520 $262,164 $112,356
2016 $3,581 $351,854 $246,298 $105,556
2015 $3,109 $245,769 $172,038 $73,731
2014 $2,439 $239,084 $167,359 $71,725
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/03/2026 04/03/26 Pending -- -- --
03/16/2026 03/16/26 For Sale $2,150,000 -- $1,111 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $650,000 Ticor Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Northern Counties Title Ins
Grant Deed $500,000 Commonwealth Land Title
Grant Deed $449,000 Guardian Title Company
Grant Deed $273,000 Chicago Title Co
Grant Deed $45,500 Fidelity National Title Ins
Grant Deed $188,500 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $472,500 New Conventional
Closed $422,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $275,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $359,200 No Value Available
Previous Owner $259,350 No Value Available
Previous Owner $36,451 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $169,650 No Value Available
Closed $97,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 260008063

San Diego MLS

APN: 057-154-04

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